Gloucester Township: Winning Police and Community Pride Essays

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ–The Gloucester Township Police Department wants to thank all those students who participated in the 4th grade poster and 7th grade essay contests. The topic was Police and Community Pride.
Please read the winning essays below which share a common theme of hopefully all students feel about Gloucester Township and our Police Department.
 
Ann Mullen Middle School Essay
lmagine waking up every morning and having to fully accept the fact that
you are about to help others, even if it means risking your own life. There are 156 police officers in Gloucester Township who do this every day to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. They are dedicated to protect and serve. On average, between 105 and 203 officers die in the line of duty each year. This Is why each and every member of our community should take a moment to pay respect to the officers who risk their lives so we can live in a safe community.

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Obituary: Maureen S. Perry of Gloucester Twp.

Maureen Perry (nee Holmes), on May 13, 2015, of Gloucester Twp., formerly of Northeast Phila. Age 62.

Devoted mother of Tracey Eddis (David, Jr.). Loving Nana of David Eddis, III. Sister of seven siblings and preceded in death by one sister. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, her best friend Lorraine Howald and her second daughter Lisa McClain.

There will be a viewing from 6 to 8pm Monday eve at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Funeral Service 8pm at the funeral home.

Interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in Maureen’s memory to American Lung Assoc., 3001 Gettysburg Rd., Camp Hill, PA 17011.

Family and friends may share memories at  www.gardnerfuneralhome.com

 

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GOVERNOR\’S SURF FISHING TOURNAMENT SET FOR SUNDAY AT ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

 

 

 TRENTON – The 24th annual Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament, a popular competition for anglers young and old, will be held at Island Beach State Park on Sunday, May 17, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin announced today. 

The family-friendly tournament, which had long been an October staple but made a successful move to the spring last year, offers participants an excellent opportunity to engage in or learn more about the sport of surf fishing. The tournament runs from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

\”We saw a renewed enthusiasm for the Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament last spring and registration numbers for this year\’s competition are up,\” Commissioner Martin said. \”We look forward to a great day for anglers and families from New Jersey and neighboring states as we kick off the summer tourism season on our beautiful beaches.\”

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WATCH: The Things Dogs Teach Us

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Indictment Charges Atlantic County Man With Attempted Murder for Allegedly Shooting Couple

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CNB NEWS ARCHIVES: Neighborhood Blight Will Destroy A Community

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Shannon Marie LaBance of Gloucester City Succumbs after a Courageous Battle with MS

\"6a00d8341bf7d953ef01bb07cf3abd970d-120wi\"Shannon Marie LaBance, age 34, of Gloucester City, NJ died suddenly on May 9, 2015 after a courageous battle with MS.

A beautiful, generous, loving girl, with beautiful blue eyes and a smile that could light up a room, Shannon always put others’ needs over her own. She loved wholeheartedly and wore her heart on her sleeve. She didn’t have much, but she would give without a second thought. Shannon had a unique sense of humor and loved to make people laugh. She was devoted to her family and friends, but especially her brothers, Shane and Shawn, there was nothing she wouldn‘t have done for them. In her spare time, Shannon loved to read, spend time at the beach, cheer the Dallas Cowboys on, loved listening to music, especially the group Heart and play on line Texas Hold ‘em, which she was very good at. Shannon will be remembered for the way she touched others with her gentleness and the beauty of her soul, for that is who she truly was.

Devoted Daughter of Terresa (nee Fox) and Shawn LaBance; Forever Friend of Donna Chiodi; Dear sister of Shane and Shawn; loving granddaughter to Dolores Fox and the late, James Fox, Jr., Robert LaBance and Kay Peiffer (nee Dunn). Shannon is survived bynephew, Jayden and loving aunts, uncles and cousins, whom she was very close with and spoke of often. She will also be missed by her adoring companions, Pikachu, Zoey, Bowser, Batman and Panda.

Viewing Saturday, 12:00 – 2:00 PM at McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 573 Egg Harbor Rd., Sewell, (Washington Twp.) NJ, 08080; Farewell Ceremony 2:00 PM. Interment will take place privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Family.
A Go-Fund Me page has been set up in her name.

 

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CNB CRIME: Egg Company’s Fraudulent Practices Put Public at Risk

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Obituary: James Gary Mahoney of Atco, age 51

Suddenly on May 5, 2015, following an accident at work. Age 51. Of Atco. Cherished son of the late Michael J. Mahoney, Sr. and Catherine P. Mahoney (nee Fleming). Loving husband of 17 years to Tina Louise Mahoney. Loving father of Anna Sims, Diane Mahoney, Rose Bunce, Danielle Mahoney, James G. Mahoney, Jr., Eddie Black, Dylan Mahoney and Courtney Mahoney. Cherished grandfather of Tina, Cheyenne, Savi, Gianna, Amara, Selena, Sincere, Julianna, Serenity and Jonathan. Dear brother of Michael Mahoney (Augustine), Eileen Doerr (late John), Dennis Mahoney (Patricia), Patricia Gillespie (John), Shawn Mahoney (Tracy) and the late Kathleen Johnica (late Steve).

The Mahone enjoyed hunting, riding his Harley and was a friend of Bill W.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Tuesday evening, May 12, 2015 from 5 to 8 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Catholic service 8 PM in the funeral home. Interment will be private.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of James G. Mahoney. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ. Phone: 856-456-1142  www.mccannhealey.com

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Apartment Fire in Voorhees, 10 Families Displaced

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